Associate Scientist - Biology - Immuno-oncology

TekWissen LLC
Foster City, CA, United States
Full-time
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Overview :

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide.

The below job opportunity is with one of our Biot ech clients who researches develop and commercializes drugs. The company focuses primarily on antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and influenza, including Harvoni and Sovaldi.

Position : Associate Scientist - Biology Immuno-oncology

Location : Foster City, CA

Duration : 18 Months

Job Type : Contract

Work Type : Onsite

Job Description :

Client is seeking a talented and highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our Immuno-oncology group.

Our collaborative and interdisciplinary research team utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies to advance medicines into the clinic.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the discovery, research, and development of novel immunotherapeutic agents to address unmet medical needs of cancer patients.

S / he / they will have opportunities for career growth through acquisition of new skills and professional relationships in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Independently plan, execute, analyze, and interpret in vitro and in vivo immunological assays that support the initiation and / or advancement of drug candidate projects

Proactively evaluate new technologies and develop new assays to accelerate early-stage discovery activities and / or enhance our understanding of disease mechanisms

Manage multiple projects simultaneously and work cross-functionally with colleagues in the oncology, protein engineering, chemistry, translational medicine, biomarker and clinical groups

Presents research findings and recommendations to senior staff

Knowledge, Experience and Skills :

Master's degree with 3+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience in immunology, immuno-oncology, cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry in industry or academia.

Direct experience in research drug discovery and target identification / validation in oncology or immuno-oncology is highly desirable.

Experience in conducting and optimizing cell-based assays, as well as performing studies to assess immune responses in human and animal models (including whole blood, PBMCs, and various primary cell subsets).

Hands-on experience in general molecular and cell biology methods, including mammalian cell culture, multi-color flow cytometry, western blot, ELISA / Luminex / MSD, and CRISPR technology.

Attention to detail with excellent organizational and record keeping skills is a requirement.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

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